Chief Electrician
City of Richmond
Full-time
On-site
Richmond, California, United States
$9,435.52 - $11,468.92 USD monthly
Introduction
The City of Richmond is seeking an experienced and motivated Chief Electrician to manage the day-to-day operations of the City’s electric shop. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for the supervision and direction of electrical shop staff while also participating in electrical and electronic work as needed. This position offers the chance to combine hands-on expertise with strong leadership, ensuring the reliable maintenance, repair, and construction of traffic signals, streetlights, and citywide electrical systems. If you’re ready to take charge and make a lasting impact on the community, we encourage you to apply today!
The annual salary for this classification is as high as $137,627.04 at the top of the range. Additionally, City-paid benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, holidays, administrative leave days, sick time, CalPERS retirement contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, annual professional development reimbursement, four weeks of paid parental leave, and more! All benefit information can be found in our Benefits Summary.Position Description and Duties
The Chief Electrician leads the City's electric shop within the Public Works Department and reports to the Division Superintendent. The incumbent works with management and the public to repair, maintain, modify, and construct electrical and electronic systems/subsystems within the City.
The ideal candidate will have:- Strong leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to guide and motivate a team of electricians.
- Expertise in the maintenance and repair of traffic signals, streetlights, and City facility electrical systems.
- Solid knowledge of electrical codes, safety standards, and industry best practices.
- Effective planning, budgeting, and managing resources for the electric shop.
- Clear communicator who works collaboratively with staff, management, and the community.
- Applies sound judgment, initiative, and problem-solving skills in both field and administrative work.
The City of Richmond is the City of Pride and Purpose, and we value these traits in our employees!
The following list is intended to be illustrative in nature and does not necessarily represent the entire range of work duties expected of employees within the job classification.- Plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises the work of journey-level electricians.
- Plans, organizes, and coordinates the maintenance, modification, and repair of the City’s traffic signal and street light systems.
- Plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises the maintenance, modification, and repair of electrical and electronic systems in City buildings and facilities.
- Develops and maintains the necessary equipment and inventory to meet the operational requirements of the electric shop.
- Provides technical support to the City’s Engineering Division.
- Coordinates the preparation of the annual work program and budget.
- Reviews and approves timecards, payroll sheets, and overtime authorizations.
- Maintains and analyzes records for traffic signal and street light systems, and electrical and electronic systems in City buildings and facilities, and prepares reports as necessary.
- Performs related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- High School diploma or GED equivalent and completion of an accredited electrical apprenticeship program
- One (1) to three (3) years of experience as a journey-level electrician
- Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities
Required Licenses or Certifications- Possession of a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record is an ongoing requiremen
- Possession of an International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level II certification within one (1) year of appointment
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement- It is the City’s policy that all persons hired on or after October 18, 2021, must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including the booster. New employees will be required to provide proof of full vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation before employment may commence. If you have any questions regarding this policy, please contact Human Resources.
REQUIRED KSA FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:- Modern office practices and equipment, including applicable software
- Standard electrical practices and principles of the National Electric Code (NEC) and Electrical Safety Orders (ESO) of the Division of Industrial Safety
- Maintenance, operation, and construction methods of traffic signal and street light systems, consistent with International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) and California Department of Transportation (DOT) standard specifications
- Principles and practices of employee supervision and effective communication and motivation
- Leadership
- Organization and time management
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Exercise initiative and sound judgment
- Prepare and analyze reports, plans, schematics, and specifications
- Utilize computer applications related to traffic signal and street light systems, including standard PC software and database systems
Additional Information
- Application and Selection ProcessTo Apply: Interested individuals must online by fully completing the City of Richmond Employment Application, including answers to supplemental questions, by 11:59 p.m. PST on the final filing date. Incomplete applications or those lacking in sufficiently detailed information will be rejected. Resumes or prior applications will not be accepted in lieu of a thoroughly completed application. All communication regarding this recruitment will be via email. Each applicant must apply with a monitored email address.Qualifying Phase: All completed applications will be evaluated based on job-related qualifications criteria, which could include desirable qualifications and the specific needs of the hiring department(s). Candidates may be screened for better qualified.Application Appraisal: The evaluation process for this position will include an application appraisal. A limited number of the most qualified candidates, determined by their application materials, will be assessed and scored based on job-related qualifications and their answers to the supplemental questions in the application. This assessment will use a structured rating matrix. An Employment List will be created, and your placement on this list will be based solely (100%) on the information provided in your Employment Application and your responses to the Supplemental Questions. A minimum score of 70% is required to pass.
Having all of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement nor placement on the employment list.Employment Eligibility List: A ranking of "A" (Best Qualified), "B" (Well Qualified), or "C" (Qualified) is required to achieve a position on the Employment Eligibility List. This List will be in effect for a maximum of two (2) years; however, the list may be canceled without notice after six (6) months.*After establishing the Employment List, candidates will be referred to the hiring department for final interview(s).About the City of Richmond
The City of Richmond lies on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay, five miles north of Berkeley and seven miles northeast across the Bay from downtown San Francisco. A hub of multimodal transportation, many of our residents and businesses are located in Richmond because of its central location and easy access to the Amtrak/Capitol Corridor, BART, AC Transit, the ferry, and two freeways (I-80 & I-580). Residents, visitors, and employees enjoy Richmond’s numerous recreational opportunities, which include 32 miles of shoreline and over 3,000 acres of shoreline parks, more segments of the Bay Trail completed than any other city, several recreational boat harbors and yacht clubs, and thousands of acres of contiguous inland regional parks and open space. The City has substantial economic resources but is still affordable compared to other Bay Area cities. Our community is welcoming, diverse, and actively engaged.Richmond is truly the City of Pride and Purpose!Immigration Reform Control ActIn compliance with the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986, individuals offered employment by the City of Richmond will be required to show documentation of eligibility to work in the United States as a condition of employment.Non-Discrimination PolicyThe City of Richmond is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and prohibits discrimination against any applicant on the basis of race, religion, citizenship, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, marital status, reproductive health decision-making, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), sexual orientation, or military or veteran status or any other basis protected by law.Disaster Service WorkersCalifornia Government Code Title I, Sections 3100 - 3109, declares all public employees to be Disaster Service Workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law. More information can be found here.EOE/ADA/DRUG-FREE WORKPLACEAnalyst: R. Paiz 10/2025
WEBSITE:www.ci.richmond.ca.us